Table 3 General beliefs about tuberculosis education from NTCC Survey, 2005 (N = 1480). Responses were recorded on a 4-point Likert-type scale (Strongly Disagree = 1, Disagree = 2, Agree = 3, Strongly Agree = 4). For this table, responses have been combined into two categories: Disagree (SD + D) and Agree (A + SA).
Statement | 4 point mean | Disagree N (%) | Agree N (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
1. There is only minimal need for more education on TB because it is not likely that I will need it in my chosen career. | 1.66 | 1388 (90.5) | 140 (9.5) |
2. TB education is very important to my academic program. | 3.16 | 211 (14.3) | 1267 (85.7) |
3. The current emphasis on TB in my academic program is adequate. | 2.74 | 444 (30.0) | 1038 (70.0) |
4. The career path I have chosen will not require me to know much about TB. | 1.76 | 1267 (85.8) | 209 (14.2) |
5. In my future plans as a health professional, I am confident that the level of TB knowledge I have attained is adequate to prepare me for my career needs. | 2.62 | 573 (38.7) | 906 (61.3) |